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rocket

Pronunciation: [ˈrɒkɪt]

Word

Learn how to use rocket in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “space exploration”

(noun) a rocket is a vehicle that is built to travel into space. It uses powerful engines to push itself upward, carrying people or equipment into the sky. Rockets are used in space missions, like sending astronauts to the moon.

Example

The rocket launched successfully and reached orbit around the Earth.

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The rocket did not make it into space due to a technical failure.

Example

What was the destination of the rocket that launched yesterday?

Context: “toys”

(noun) a toy rocket is a small model that looks like a real rocket. Kids often play with these toys to pretend they are launching rockets into space.

Example

She played with her toy rocket all day, imagining it was going to Mars.

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His toy rocket broke, and he couldn't play with it anymore.

Example

Do you have a toy rocket that you like to play with?

Context: “movement”

(verb) to rocket means to move very quickly and suddenly, like a rocket. When someone or something rockets, they go up fast, like a car speeding away.

Example

The athlete rocketed past his competitors to win the race.

Example

The balloon did not rocket into the air; it floated slowly.

Example

Do you think the team will rocket to the top of the standings this season?

How to pronounce rocket

Pronunciation: [ˈrɒkɪt]

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